I’m the type of person who gets really cozy and comfortable when things are good, I mean why rock the boat? I promised myself when I turned 30 I would step outside of my comfort zone and do things that make me feel a little uneasy because without risk there is no reward. I also wanted to show my girls that it’s ok to try things that are new or something you couldn’t picture yourself doing. Setting new goals and challenges are all a part of the journey.

Step 1. Start a blog, so far this journey has been really gratifying; have I become a blogging world sensation over night, no. But have people come up to me and said, ‘loving your blog,’ yes! And that is more than enough for me. I wanted to write stuff that was honest, true and gives people warm fuzzy feelings. Something that makes them feel like home when they read it. If I am doing that for you, yay!

Step 2. Move and start a home remodel. Moving with 3 little kids is like an Olympic sport, I think we placed bronze in this category, near the end I’m pretty sure my husband and I were just stuffing things into the storage bin – only the strong will survive. Also, this is the first time we ever ran into a snag with closing a home (mind you this is only are 2nd home) – and let me tell you snags and closing a home is a sure fire way to shed a few pounds. Remodel starts this week, stay tuned for more pictures and updates.

Step 3. Try one of those supplements people lose a ton of weight on and claim to be changed from. I did it, I jumped on the band wagon – the Herbal Life bandwagon. I did it for a few reasons, one being with kids I am always just stuffing whatever I can grab into my mouth – at least with the shakes I’m getting some essential nutrients; not just table scraps. Another reason being I really like some of the girls in this accountability group and the way they set goals and inspire others to do the same.

The holidays are upon us and the new year will be here before you know it. I’ve got a kick start on my resolution and so far stepping outside of that comfort zone is proving to not be too uncomfortable.